Dr. Brenna Shanahan, PsyD, MA | Psychologist

About Dr. Brenna Shanahan

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Postpartum Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Life Transition

Postpartum Depression

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Brenna Shanahan

Dr. Shanahan provides a personcentered holistic approach to therapy treating adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, and adjustment challenges. Her theoretical orientation prioritizes clientâs unique goals, values, and sociocultural background. Using this framework, she draws on a variety of evidencebased modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialecticalbehavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and family systems. Education &amp Certifications Dr. Shanahan received her doctoral training in Clinical Psychology at William James College in Newton, MA, followed by a predoctoral internship at the University of Connecticut â Student Health and Wellness Mental Health. Dr. Shanahan is currently completing a postdoctoral fellowship at Lifestance Health.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Massachusetts

Education and training

William James College (PsyD)

NPI number

1689159121

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. Brenna Shanahan work with?

Dr. Brenna Shanahan works with LifeStance Health - Massachusetts.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Brenna Shanahan?

Dr. Brenna Shanahan frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Brenna Shanahan on their profile.